Review

NewAir Checked by Vetteroo review

Nugget ice fans.

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What it is
Ice makers, wine fridges and beverage coolers
Best for
Buyers who want a countertop ice maker or beverage cooler
Price
Nugget 26 lb $199.99, checked October 29, 2026
Prices checked
October 29, 2026

We researched NewAir's official pricing, terms, product pages, help pages and outside reviews. We haven't used NewAir ourselves, so this is a research-based review, not a hands-on test.

Who it’s best for

  • Nugget ice fans.
  • Home bars.
  • Wine collectors.

Who should skip it

  • Probably not the best fit for built-in installs.

How it works day to day

This part draws on NewAir’s own product pages, help center and documentation, read October 29, 2026 (listed under Sources). We haven’t used NewAir ourselves.

Fill the tank, turn it on, and get ice in minutes.

Key features in use

  • Nugget ice
  • Bullet ice
  • Self-cleaning
  • Wine fridges
  • Beverage coolers

Setup and learning curve

Plug in and fill.

Integrations

Not applicable.

Support

Phone and email.

Real-world use cases

  • Parties
  • Home bar
  • Office
  • RVs

What it costs

Prices checked October 29, 2026, from NewAir’s own pricing page unless noted. Prices change often, so check the official page before you buy.

  • Nugget ice maker 26 lb $199.99 (reg. $309.99); nugget 44 lb $289.99 (reg. $369.99).
  • Bullet ice makers $139.99 to $149.99 (checked October 29, 2026).

What we like

  • Trustpilot showed 4.8 out of 5 from about 4,477 reviews as of October 29, 2026.
  • Free return shipping under 80 lb, no restocking fee.
  • Big discounts.

What to watch for

  • Returns must be new and unused.
  • Countertop ice makers need regular cleaning.
  • Heavier items have different return rules.

The fine print

  • Return within 30 days.
  • We found no CPSC ice-maker recall as of October 29, 2026.
  • Check counter space.

The main alternative: GE Profile Opal

What it costs: Opal 2.0 about $429 to $499 at major retailers, checked October 29, 2026

Pick NewAir Checked by Vetteroo if you…

  • want a lower price.
  • want free returns.
  • want beverage coolers too.

Pick GE Profile Opal if you…

  • want Wi-Fi.
  • want a big brand.
  • buy at local stores.

Our take

NewAir offers well-reviewed ice makers at strong discounts with easy returns.

Side by side

CompanyBest forStarting priceTrial / refund
NewAir Checked by VetterooBuyers who want a countertop ice maker or beverage coolerNugget 26 lb $199.99, checked October 29, 202630-day returns; free return shipping under 80 lb
GE Profile OpalBuyers who want a well-known nugget ice maker with Wi-FiOpal 2.0 about $429 to $499 at major retailers, checked October 29, 2026Depends on the retailer

From our company records. Check the official pages for current prices.

What we checked

  • NewAir's pricing, product pages and terms, read October 29, 2026
  • NewAir's Trustpilot profile, read October 29, 2026
  • GE Profile Opal's details: read on its official pages on October 29, 2026 (comparison only; not reviewed)
  • The other official and outside pages listed under Sources (links checked October 29, 2026)

Sources

Visit NewAir’s official site

How we review

We read the company's own terms, test the sign-up or booking steps where we can, and compare it with alternatives. A commission never changes what we write. Read our disclosure.

Disclosure: Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend things we believe are useful. Read our full disclosure.